42. Mr. Keelinģasked the President of the Board of Trade whether, in the course of his discussions on trade with the U.S.S.R., that country was invited to pay for British goods with gold, either now in stock or to be mined hereafter; and what reply was received.
§ Mr. MarquandSeveral ways in which the Soviet authorities could pay for their purchases, including payment in gold, have been suggested, but no reply has been received.
Mr. KeelinģCan the hon. Gentleman say whether the Board of Trade have any information that there is plenty of gold in Russia, and, if so, will they pursue the matter in any fresh negotiations?
§ Mr. MarquandI have no information as to the supply of gold in Russia.
§ Sir W. SmithersCannot this dispute be referred to U.N.O.?